The word "Coxcombly" may seem unusual to some, but its spelling is easily explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable "Cox" is pronounced with a "k" sound and a short "o" sound, while the "comb" sound uses a "k" and a long "o" sound. The final syllable "ly" is pronounced with a short "i" sound and a "lee" sound, hence "cox-KOHM-blee". This uncommonly used word means "in a conceited or silly manner," and is often associated with someone who is overly proud of their appearance or accomplishments.